In the film Precious, the title character is physically, sexually, and mentally abused by her mother. In addition to throwing pans at Precious and calling her names, Precious's mother either starves her or forces her to overeat and berates her for going to school. It is clear early in the film that Precious's mother has failed in her _______________ toward her, neglecting her responsibilities to house, feed, educate, and care for her child.

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Precious's mother fails in her legal obligations, as parents are legally required to provide for the basic needs of their children, including housing, feeding, and education.

In the Film Precious, the Title Character Is Physically, Sexually